Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Dikes defended Roman villa

Castle Dikes defended Roman villa

England
List entry 1017467
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Castle Dikes defended Roman villa is a Romano-British settlement site located in Yorkshire, England. The site comprises the remains of a Roman villa with associated defensive earthworks, indicating a period of heightened security during the later Roman occupation of Britain. The villa dates to the Roman period, with the defensive elements suggesting construction or modification during the later phases of Roman rule when frontier conditions and economic disruption necessitated protection of rural settlements. The archaeological evidence from Castle Dikes contributes to understanding the evolution of Romano-British domestic architecture and the changing circumstances of provincial life in northern England during the later third and fourth centuries.

Castle Dikes defended Roman villa is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017467. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Dikes defended Roman villa?

Castle Dikes defended Roman villa is a Romano-British settlement site located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017467.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Dikes defended Roman villa?

Castle Dikes defended Roman villa is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1017467.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Dikes defended Roman villa?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hutton Hall (site of) (4 km), Ripon Minster Close (5 km), St Anne's Chapel (5.1 km).

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